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Welding Process Engineer
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Fremont, Alameda County, California, 94537, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
Ryzen Solutions
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
The Welding Process Engineer serves as a technical expert in Electron Beam Welding, supporting product development, qualification, and production of semiconductor equipment hardware. This role operates in a fast-paced, high-impact environment, partnering with R&D, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers to solve complex welding and metallurgical challenges that directly affect product performance and reliability.
Key Responsibilities- Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for Electron Beam Welding (EBW) processes across development, qualification, and production
- Lead weld process development, optimization, and qualification, including WPS definition, parameter development, and process window establishment
- Support new product development from prototype builds through production release and initial field deployment
- Design and execute experiments, metallurgical evaluations, and failure analyses to resolve weld-related issues
- Analyze weld impacts on microstructure, heat-affected zones (HAZ), distortion, residual stress, and surface finish, including downstream effects (e.g., coating, anodization)
- Collaborate cross-functionally with machining, surface treatment, coating, inspection, and manufacturing teams
- Work with suppliers and external partners to qualify EBW capabilities and ensure process consistency
- Provide technical support for installation, troubleshooting, and repair in cleanroom and semiconductor fab environments
- Present data-driven findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders and customers
- Maintain strong customer engagement, including up to 25% travel
- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field with 12+ years of experience; or PhD with 5+ years; or equivalent experience
- Direct, hands-on experience as an Electron Beam Welding (EBW) process engineer
- Strong understanding of weld metallurgy, including aluminum, ferrous, and nickel-based alloys
- Experience developing and qualifying weld procedures and inspection strategies
- Strong analytical, experimental design, and troubleshooting capabilities
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in semiconductor, aerospace, automotive, or defense hardware environments
- Background in manufacturing engineering, including DFM/DFA and transition to production
- Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and 3D models
- Experience developing manufacturing documentation and workmanship standards
- Familiarity with industry standards (ASME, AMS, AS, SEMI, MIL)
- Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
- Experience qualifying or auditing supplier EBW facilities
- Hands-on work in cleanroom labs and semiconductor fab environments
- Up to 25% travel, including international customer and supplier visits
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